Scooters
2006Piaggio X8 250
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The 2006 Piaggio X8 250 is a practical mid-size scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking comfortable everyday transportation. Its liquid-cooled 249cc single-cylinder engine delivers reliable performance while the automatic transmission and lightweight 83kg frame make it easy to handle. Known for its spacious seating and versatile design, the X8 250 suits riders prioritizing convenience and fuel efficiency.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 178.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as a practical urban and suburban commuter with enough size for occasional longer trips.
- Built for
- A no-fuss, comfortable automatic scooter that prioritizes ease of use over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high-speed touring, sporty cornering thrills, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1399 HP/kg (wet)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Inductive
- Lubrication system
- Separate with automatic mixer
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifuge type
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle of steel tubes
- Front suspension
- 35 mm tele-hydraulic fork
- Rear suspension
- Two dual-effect shock absorbers and four-position spring preload
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-14
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-12
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2006 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 10.2 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Piaggio X8 250?
The 2006 Piaggio X8 250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio X8 250 have?
The 2006 Piaggio X8 250 has a Power of 24.9 HP (18.3 kW).
How much does the Piaggio X8 250 weigh?
The 2006 Piaggio X8 250 has a Wet weight of 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds).
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